Advice for the Working Person with Parkinson'sIn life, we all need a mentor guide to show us the way. We all need professional assistance and advice in all we do. Here, a good teacher can take... By Dan Glass4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Parkinson's and Intimacy: Opposites Don't AttractThe idea of intimacy seems to divide into two camps when we apply it to Parkinson’s. First is the idea of being able to trust someone with our innermost feelings... By Dan Glass5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
It's Recess! So, Call Your CongressmanRecess! Around my house, Alice Cooper can be heard belting "school's out for summer!" I know you know the song, "School's Out!" But did you also know that is not just... By AngieHott1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Freezing of Gait: Prevention and Potential TreatmentsFreezing of gait, or FOG, is said to affect approximately 7 percent of individuals with early Parkinson’s disease (PD) and more than half of those with advanced PD. This is... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Right Medication On Time Every TimeOne frequently asked question is about managing medication to maximize its efficacy and it goes like this: "Why doesn’t my medication seem to work?" True to its form, Parkinson’s disease... By Michael Church3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
People First Language for Us and ThemAs an educator, one of the most important things that I taught to others and other people taught me was the value of People First Language. For those people who... By Dan Glass4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Can I Still Continue Working with Parkinson's?If I am diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease (PD), can I continue working? The short answer is, absolutely! Although PD is a chronic, progressive neurological illness that can be debilitating, with... By Michael Church3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What’s Your New Normal Since Diagnosis?From physical, emotional, and mental wellness to overall well-being of the family unit, Parkinson’s disease takes a toll—sometimes quickly, sometimes slowly. To find out more about how those of you... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments
Coping with Parkinson's With Help From My PetsWe have had a pet companion in our lives since we moved to our home 20 years ago. Our beloved Golden Retriever, Sam, was our first “furry family” member. We... By Angela Robb2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
Music Therapy: Sing Your Way Through Parkinson’sMusic has always been uplifting, and it turns out it can also be good for your health. People with Parkinson’s disease (PD) can benefit from singing. It is good exercise... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Facades: Dealing with DepressionIt’s a tragedy that just doesn’t get addressed nearly as much as it should. I am talking about the tragic hint of thought to harm oneself or worse. I am... By Karl Robb2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Palliative Care vs. End-of Life/Hospice Care: What's the Difference?Palliative care, or “supportive care,” can begin as early as diagnosis of a serious or life-threatening illness. It can help improve the comfort and well-being of people living with challenging... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Healthy Dealings with RegretsRegrets, we all have them, get them, or regret getting them. Often, we use “should of”, “would of”, or “could of”: I “should of” bought Apple stock at 19 and... By Karl Robb2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Parkinson's Disease: A Blessing in Disguise?Blessings. Anytime I hear someone say this word, I can hear my nearly 90 year old pap singing: “Showers of blessings, Showers of blessings we need: Mercy-drops round us are... By AngieHott2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Loneliness vs DepressionThere is a common misconception among people living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) and those that care for them between loneliness and depression. Although this is not new information, there is... By Michael Church3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tips for Washing, Grooming, and Going to the Bathroom with Parkinson’sParkinson’s disease can interfere with every aspect of life, including things as simple as using the restroom and going about daily grooming. Here are some tips to help you stay... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
PD Pundit: The Best Exercise for Parkinson'sOur resident artist here at ParkinsonsDisease.net, Peter, created a new comic sharing his thoughts on exercise routines that are helpful for people with Parkinson's. To read the rest of the... By Peter Dunlap-Shohl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
To Be or Not Be Out About My PD Diagnosis... That Is the QuestionChoosing to be out about Parkinson’s is a big decision. My personal belief is that to be "out" is to control the narrative of how we are perceived. How far out of... By Dan Glass4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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The Real Costs of Parkinson's DiseaseThis isn’t another statistical data report on the medical costs associated with Parkinson’s disease (PD) or another government accountability study of how the National Institutes of Health budget is spent... By Michael Church3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments